Venomous creatures like rattlesnakes and scorpions are becoming more active with warmer weather.
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With the warmer weather, venomous species like rattlesnakes, scorpions, spiders, centipedes and lizards are more commonly seen as they search for food, shelter and mates.
The Banner Health Poison & Drug Information Center already has handled 10 reported cases of rattlesnake bites and 237 scorpion stings this year. In 2025, the center saw nearly 2,300 scorpion stings and more than 100 rattlesnake bites. The peak season for these occurs during the state’s hottest months — typically July through September.
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